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IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY D
E
WALT
TOOL, CALL US AT:
1800 654 155
(Aust) or
02 259 1111
(NZ).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
When using power tools, always observe the safety regulations applicable in your
country to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read the
following safety instructions before attempting to operate this product. Keep these
instructions in a safe place.
General Safety Rules
WARNING! Read all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all
of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or
battery operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. WORK AREA
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
For Cable length (m):
7.5 15 25 30 45 60
Use Cable with minimum rating (Amperes)
Tool Amperes
0
-
3.4
7.5 7.5
7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5
3.5
-
5.0 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 10 15
5.1 - 7.0
10
10
10
10
15
15
7.1 - 12.0
15
15
15
15
20
20
12.1 - 20.0
20
20
20
20
25
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3. PERSONAL SAFETY
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
these symbols.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
will
result in
death or serious injury
.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
could
result in
death or serious injury
.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
may
result in
minor or moderate
injury
.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
result in
property damage.
